Show Topic: A Tribute to Paul Simon – His Music & Legacy
The next episode of my podcast, airing on Thursday, March 13th, 2025, will be a special celebration of Paul Simon’s legendary career as we promote his upcoming Spring and Summer 2025 tour, “Paul Simon in Concert: A Quiet Celebration.”
We’ll take a deep dive into Paul Simon’s musical journey, from his early days with Simon & Garfunkel to his groundbreaking career, exploring the genres and influences that shaped his sound.
Expect to hear a mix of Simon & Garfunkel’s timeless classics, highlights from Simon’s acclaimed solo albums, and his most influential collaborations and innovations in folk, gospel, reggae, and world music.
What to Expect🎶 Simon & Garfunkel Era – We’ll revisit the beautiful harmonies and poetic storytelling of Simon & Garfunkel, with songs like:
- The Sound of Silence
- Mrs. Robinson
- The Boxer
- America
- Bridge Over Troubled Water
🎸 Solo Career & Musical Exploration – Paul Simon’s solo years saw him embracing diverse musical styles, from gospel and reggae to jazz and soul. We’ll highlight tracks from his early solo albums:
- Paul Simon (1972) – Featuring Mother and Child Reunion and Me and Julio Down By The Schoolyard
- There Goes Rhymin’ Simon (1973) – With Kodachrome and Loves Me Like a Rock
- Still Crazy After All These Years (1975) – Including 50 Ways to Leave Your Lover
🌍 The Graceland Phenomenon – Paul Simon’s most commercially successful and influential album, Graceland (1986), blended South African rhythms with Western pop, creating a revolutionary sound that introduced audiences worldwide to Afropop influences. We’ll discuss how this genre-blending masterpiece changed the landscape of world music.
This is an episode you won’t want to miss! Mark your calendars and tune in when we upload the recording for an in-depth journey through Paul Simon’s extraordinary career.
A Tribute to Paul Simon – His Music & Legacy
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